Fire crews currently on Torquay harbourside after £6million superyacht went up in flames

By Larry John Brown

Published: May 28, 2022 | 1:24 PM GMT

Three fire engines are on the scene after the 85ft motorboat went up in smoke, according to a spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service.

A witness said: ‘A princess 85ft yacht worth £6million. Witnesses say there were explosions. Ropes burnt through and it drifted into pier.

‘Firemen took trolleys and pumps along pontoons but water not reaching.

‘Some people are trapped on the other end of the pier and can’t get back. Firemen are running along the pier. Still huge flames.’

A spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: ’85ft motorboat on fire. Fire crews called at 11.57am. Three fire engines on the scene. Liaising with the harbourmaster.’

Smoke has been seen all across South Devon and as far as Newton Abbot and Shaldon.

One witness described the blaze ‘like a fire ball. It is currently unknown if anyone has been injured in the fire.’

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